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What if the Bulls traded Pippen?

A dynasty in Seattle? Jordan, Ewing and Phil with the Knicks? Pippen vs. Jordan in the NBA Finals? The 1994 near-blockbuster trade that would have sent Pippen to the SuperSonics would have created a landscape-shifting tidal wave felt for years. What if Bulls actually traded Pippen? Here's a look at the completely fictional year-by-year alternate history in which a second Bulls 3-peat never happens.

Micah Adams

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Durant comes up clutch vs. Grizzlies in 2013

In Game 1 of the 2013 Western Conference Semifinals, Kevin Durant took over down the stretch to help the Thunder pull off an improbable comeback.

Benyam Kidane

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Lillard x Westbrook trade 40-point games

Damian Lillard and Russell Westbrook traded buckets all night, but it was Lillard's clutch play down the stretch that lifted the Blazers to victory.

Benyam Kidane

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Re-watch Durant's first 50-point game

In 2012, Kevin Durant reached the 50-point mark for the first time in his NBA career, leading the OKC Thunder to a thrilling overtime win over the Denver Nuggets.

Benyam Kidane

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NBA HORSE Challenge quarter-final recap

Chauncey Billups, Mike Conley Jr., Zach LaVine and Allie Quigley advance to the semi-finals of the NBA HORSE Challenge after picking up wins in the first round. Catch up on all the results and highlights here!

NBA.com Staff

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Get ready for the NBA HORSE Challenge

Who are the favourites? Will the Old School or New School prevail? Can ambidexterity be an advantage? We've got everything you need to know ahead of the first round of the NBA HORSE Challenge.

Gilbert McGregor

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NBA HORSE Challenge predictions

Trae Young? Chris Paul? Allie Quigley? Our NBA.com Staff gives their picks ahead of the first round.

NBA.com Staff

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NBA HORSE Challenge begins on April 13

Eight NBA and WNBA players and legends are set to participate in a single-elimination shooting competition beginning on Monday, April 13. State Farm will donate more than $200,000 on behalf of the participants to charities focused on coronavirus response efforts. This donation builds on the more than $74 million that has been contributed by the NBA Family to date to support coronavirus relief efforts through its NBA Together campaign.

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OTD in 2019: Dirk & D-Wade's final home games

We recap all the tears, jubilation, and records from a memorable gameday of the 2018-19 regular season - April 9th.

Yash Matange

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OTD: Westbrook's 50-pt triple-double vs. Nuggets in 2017

The buzzer-beating game-winner not only gave the OKC Thunder the 106-105 win, but gave Westbrook his 50th point for the game and eliminated the Denver Nuggets from contention for the 2017 playoffs.

Yash Matange

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Power Rankings: Best duos in five years

Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid will be the NBA's best duo in five years... right? While there's no denying their talent, plenty of other young star duos seem destined for greatness with the potential to challenge for the top spot.

Kyle Irving

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OTD: KD drops 51, sinks game-winner vs. Raps in 2014

On March 21st, during his MVP year against the Toronto Raptors, Durant had one of his six career 50-point games.

Yash Matange

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Nurse for Coach of the Year?

Who is the front-runner for Coach of the Year to this point of the NBA season? Two members of our NBA.com Staff believe it's Nick Nurse of the Toronto Raptors, but one disagrees.

Carlan Gay

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Thunder test negative for COVID-19

After their game against the Utah Jazz on March 11 was called off, the entire Thunder team has tested negative for COVID-19

Official Release

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Top 10 international players this season

Members of six different countries on our NBA.com Global staff voted on the NBA's top 10 players from the rest of the world. Europe, Africa and Australia were all continents with a presence in the top 10.

Agustín Aboy

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Mitchell reveals positive test

Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell posted on Instagram to thank people for "reaching out" after his positive coronavirus test.

Rob Lancaster

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Follow live: Thursday's action

A six game slate is headlined by two potential first round playoff matchups in the Western Conference, while Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans attempt to keep their playoff hopes alive.

NBA.com Staff

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CP3 & Schroder star in OKC's win in Boston

Dennis Schroder's clutch steal and bucket meant the OKC Thunder went 3-0 on their road trip and recorded yet another double-digit comeback win this season.

Yash Matange

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Recap of Monday's 11-game slate

There was no shortage of action around the NBA, with 11 games on Sunday. Catch up on all the action right here.

NBA.com Staff

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Saturday's scores: LeVert's triple-double gives Nets big win

Plenty of action went down on a busy 10-game slate on Saturday. Catch up on all the results, right here!

NBA.com Staff

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Who has the longest active postseason streak?

The San Antonio Spurs entered the 2019-20 NBA season having qualified for postseason play for 22 straight years.

NBA.com Staff

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Thursday's scores: Melo drops 25 PTS in win vs. Wizards

Carmelo Anthony poured in a team-high 25 points to lead the Blazers past the Wizards at home. Catch up on all the results from tonight's games here!

NBA.com Staff

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SGA's career-shooting game sparks OKC to win

The Thunder let a 16-point second half slip lead slip, but Danilo Gallinari knocked down a clutch three to spark a late run to seal a 114-107 win.

Yash Matange

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Wednesday's action: Wiggins, Warriors stun Nuggets

LeBron James, Zion Williamson and Kawhi Leonard were just three of the superstars in action during a jam packed eight-game Wednesday slate.

NBA.com Staff

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Huge day on NBA League Pass

LeBron. Zion. Kawhi. Those are just some of the biggest names in action today on NBA League Pass. Here's a closer look at some of the biggest storylines in what should prove to be an eventful day across the NBA!

Micah Adams

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Did the Rockets jump the Lakers?

The Rockets are rewarded for their six-game win streak while the Raptors take a slide following a winless week. A team drops out of the top-10 while a new team re-enters the league's elite group.

Kyle Irving

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Teams that can replicate Houston's all-in mentality

The Rockets have gone all-in on small ball and constructed one of the most unique rosters in NBA history. The time for system-altering trades has passed for the rest of the league, but there are teams that can still replicate Houston’s mentality of embracing what makes them special.

Matthew Blum

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Saturday's action: Clutch D-Rose snaps Pistons losing streak

Saturday's full slate of 10 games did not disappoint as Aaron Gordon recorded his first career triple-double, Zion Williamson made history, the Clippers earned a statement win and a clutch Derrick Rose helped snap the Pistons losing streak.

NBA.com Staff

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Giannis, Bucks dominate Thunder

Giannis Antetokounmpo delivered a complete performance from start to finish as the Milwaukee Bucks cruised to win No. 51 on the season in a blow out with over Oklahoma City.

Kane Pitman

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Thunder pull of comeback for fifth-straight win

The fifth-seed Thunder have now won five games in a row and sit just 1.5 games back of the Houston Rockets after a thrilling 112-108 win over the Sacramento Kings.

Benyam Kidane

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Friday's scores: Lakers win 7th game in a row

The Los Angeles Lakers make it seven wins in a row after securing a 116-86 win over the Golden State Warriors. Catch up on all the day's games right here!

NBA.com Staff

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Wednesday's scores: Tatum drops 36 in Celtics win

With seven games around the NBA, there was no shortage of star performances, headlined by LeBron James, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Jayson Tatum. Catch up on all the results, right here!

NBA.com Staff

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Did the 76ers crack the top 10?

The Bucks remain comfortably on top with teams like the Lakers, Raptors, Celtics and Rockets jockeying for position inside the top-five. Did the Lakers hold on to their No. 2 spot? How far did the Clippers fall after a bad loss?

Kyle Irving

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Monday's scores: McCollum, Melo lift Blazers past Pistons

With 14 teams in action, there were plenty of storylines to keep an eye on. Follow along below for the best from each one.

NBA.com Staff

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Adams dominates inside as Thunder roll

Steven Adams recorded his fourth-straight double-double in their 131-103 win over the San Antonio Spurs as he continues to impress for the OKC Thunder.

Benyam Kidane

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Saturday's games: Zion, Pelicans cruise by Trail Blazers

Zion Williamson scores 20 or more for the seventh straight time as the New Orleans Pelicans sweep the season series against the Portland Trail Blazers with a 128-115 road win.

NBA.com Staff

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CP3's big 2nd half leads Thunder past Nuggets

For the fifth time this season, the most in franchise history, the OKC Thunder had seven players score in double figures in the 113-101 win over the Denver Nuggets.

Yash Matange

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Thunder pick up win on career-night for Zion

The Thunder played spoiler in this one, as a clutch performance from Danilo Gallinari spoiled a career-night for Zion Williamson.

Kane Pitman

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Zion is more than just a dunker

As much attention as Williamson gets for his high-flying dunks, he's starting to show that there's a lot more to his game. Case in point? In addition to setting a new career-high with 31 points against the Blazers this week, he tied his career-high with five assists.

Scott Rafferty

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Simmons stars for 76ers

The Philadelphia 76ers stayed hot at home, while the Boston Celtics had their winning streak snapped by the Houston Rockets on Tuesday.

Sacha Pisani

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Mills scores 20 PTS off the bench as Spurs snap five-game losing streak

Patty Mills, LaMarcus Aldridge and Dejounte Murray combined to power the Spurs to a 114-106 win over the Thunder. Catch up on all of today's games, right here.

NBA.com Staff

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Did the 76ers crack the top-10?

The Raptors have won 14 straight games and continue their surge up the standings. But was it enough to catch LeBron James and the Lakers for No. 2 in this week's Power Rankings?

Kyle Irving

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Monday's scores: Lillard leads Blazers past Heat

We had seven games around the Association on Monday, headlined by the Jazz's thrilling win over the Rockets and the Blazers' victory over the new-look Miami Heat. Catch up on all the action, right here!

NBA.com Staff

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Saturday's scores: Beal nails game-winner vs. Mavericks

Saturday's eight-game slate was headlined by the 76ers and the Jazz snapping their losing streaks while Bradley Beal nailed the game-winner vs. Mavericks.

NBA.com Staff

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Lakers honour Bryant, Lillard stars

In their first game since Kobe Bryant's death, the Los Angeles Lakers fell short against the Portland Trail Blazers.

Matt Dorman

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Thursday's scores: Nets honour Kobe in win over Pistons

Spencer Dinwiddie and Kyrie Irving paid tribute to Kobe Bryant as they led the Nets past the Pistons in Brooklyn. Catch up on all of today's scores, stats, news and highlights, right here!

NBA.com Staff

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NBA teams pay tribute to Kobe Bryant

Following the heartbreaking news of Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant's death, teams around the league continued to honour his legacy with a variety of tributes.

NBA.com Staff

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Sunday's scores: LeBron makes history and Kyrie drops 45

LeBron James moved into third on the all-time scorers list, while Kyrie Irving dropped 45 points in an OT win over the Detroit Pistons.

NBA.com Staff

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Recap Thursday's action

Russell Westbrook and James Harden helped the Rockets get over the Nuggets, while LeBron James and Anthony Davis were dominant at Madison Square Garden.

NBA.com Staff

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Is it time to worry about the Rockets?

The Thunder trailed by as many as 16 points in the fourth quarter, before storming home to hand the Rockets their fourth-straight loss.

Benyam Kidane

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Sunday's scores: CP3 drops 30 in win over POR

Sunday's 11-game slate was packed with action, highlights and more. Take a look at some of the best moments from a busy day around the Association!

NBA.com Staff

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The Thunderous Impact of Steven Adams

Despite the heavy trade winds which brought Thunderous change to Oklahoma City prior to the season, Steven Adams remains the ever-steady trunk rooted firmly in the ground and holding every other branch in place. Leaning on its foundational centre as strong as oak, OKC is sprouting a new style and blossoming as an unsuspecting playoff contender in a hyper-competitive Western Conference.

Kane Pitman

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Thursday's scores: Pistons stun Celtics in Boston

On a busy 10-game slate on Thursday, the Pistons shocking the Celtics in Boston was among the big headlines of the day.

NBA.com Staff

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10 thoughts: Raptors defeat Thunder in a thriller

It was a game of runs as the Raptors led by as much as 30 points but had that lead cut down to just three points late in the fourth quarter. Toronto had seven different players score in double figures with Norman Powell leading the way, while Kyle Lowry's clutch play down the stretch helped halt the Thunder's comeback hopes.

Kyle Irving

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The secret to CP3's resurgence

Last season appeared to be the start of a sharp decline for Chris Paul, but the nine-time All-Star is back to his Point God ways. Here's how he's been able to do it.

Scott Rafferty

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SGA's first career triple-double puts him in historic company

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander recorded his first career triple-double with 20 points, 20 rebounds and 10 assists in the Thunder's win over the Timberwolves. His triple-double puts him in elite company as one of two Canadians in NBA history to achieve the feat.

Kyle Irving

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Tuesday's scores: Lillard, Blazers hold off Hornets

With seven games of NBA action today, there was a host of big-time performances, headlined by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Damian Lillard and LeBron James. Catch up on all the games, right here!

NBA.com Staff

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Did the Lakers take the top spot?

The Bucks have held the top spot in our weekly Power Rankings since the first week of the season. Was their one slip up and a perfect week from the Lakers enough for Los Angeles to take the top spot?

NBA.com Staff

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Sunday's scores: Bucks secure big road win over Blazers

The big three of Antetokounmpo, Middleton and Bledsoe combined for 91 points to lead the Bucks past the Blazers. With the win they move to a 35-6 record at the halfway point of the season.

NBA.com Staff

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Gallinari plays spoiler in Russ' return to OKC

Five players scored 15 or more as the Thunder beat the Rockers for the 7th win in the last eight games.

Yash Matange

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Sights & sounds: Russ' return to OKC

It was an emotional night in Oklahoma City, as former MVP Russell Westbrook returned to Chesapeake Energy Arena for the first time since being traded to the Houston Rockets in the offseason.

Kane Pitman

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Friday's scores: Thompson's career-night gives Cavs' OT win

Tristan Thompson dropped a career-high 35 in an overtime win over the Detroit Pistons while the Philadelphia 76ers clinched the season series with the Boston Celtics.

NBA.com Staff

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How special will Russ' return to OKC be?

For 11 years, Russell Westbrook called Oklahoma City home. When he takes the floor at Chesapeake Energy Arena as a visitor for the first time on Friday, it will be different, to say the least. Ahead of his return, take a look back at some other return games that had a similar effect.

Gilbert McGregor

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Chris Paul at heart of OKC's new perfect pairing

The silky smoothness of SGA and cerebral meticulousness of CP3 has stopped the rebuild in OKC before it even started.

Carlan Gay

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Is Houston's Westbrook gamble paying off?

The Rockets took a gamble in the offseason when they traded Chris Paul for Russell Westbrook. How is the gamble paying off? It's early, but Westbrook is taking the steps needed to make his latest partnership with James Harden work.

Scott Rafferty

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Clutch CP3 leads Thunder to OT win

Chris Paul scored 20 of his game-high 28 points in the fourth quarter and overtime to lead the Thunder to a 111-103 win over the Nets.

Benyam Kidane

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Wednesday's scores: Lakers win sixth straight game

LeBron James and the Lakers extend their win streak to six games after a comfortable win over the Knicks. Catch up on all the day's scores, stats, highlights and tope performers, right here!

NBA.com Staff

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Tuesday's scores: Warren scores 36 in win vs. the Hornets

Plenty of action went down on Tuesday's nine-game slate. Get a glimpse of it all with scores, stats, and highlights.

NBA.com Staff

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Simmons, 76ers snap four-game skid

The Philadelphia 76ers were in desperate need of a win, earning a 120-113 victory over the OKC Thunder to improve to 17-2 at home this season.

Benyam Kidane

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How far did the 76ers fall?

The Celtics, Rockets and Jazz have all made a jump while the Heat, Nuggets and Raptors have taken a slide. There's a new team that has entered the top-10 for the first time this season, while another team has reached a new low-point. Where did your favourite team end up in this week's rankings?

Kyle Irving

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Sunday's scores: Hornets stun Mavs despite Luka triple-double

Luka Doncic recorded a 39-point, 12-rebound, and 10-assist triple-double but the Hornets' backcourt duo of Terry Rozier III and Devonte' Graham combine for 56 points and 21 assists in an overtime win to hand the Mavericks their third loss in the last four games.

NBA.com Staff

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SGA & CP3 power OKC to win in San Antonio

The OKC Thunder opened up the fourth quarter with a 18-9 run to take control of the game.

Yash Matange

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Friday's scores: Kings snap 8-game skid

The Sacramento Kings, led by De'Aaron Fox, overcame a 20-point first half deficit to snap an eight-game losing streak.

NBA.com Staff

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Should CP3 or SGA make the All-Star team?

The Oklahoma City Thunder have surged their way into the Western Conference playoff picture after winning seven of their last eight games. Behind the play of established veteran Chris Paul and rising star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, this team looks poised to do some damage for the remainder of the season. Should either of the two make the 2020 All-Star Game?

Kyle Irving

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Vintage fourth from Paul leads Thunder over Doncic and the Mavericks

A monster final five minutes from Chris Paul has steered the Oklahoma City Thunder to a come from behind victory down the stretch, as they withstand a 30-point night from Luka Doncic.

Kane Pitman

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Wednesday's scores: Harden gets revenge on Nuggets

James Harden drops 35 points in win over Denver, while Chris Paul was clutch down the stretch against Dallas to secure come from behind win.

NBA.com Staff

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Who has the most total wins of the 2010s decade?

The individual player with the most total wins in the NBA – regular season and playoffs combined – of the 2010s may not catch you by surprise, but the player second-most wins might! Take a look at the winningest NBA players of the decade.

Kyle Irving

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Monday's scores: Lonzo fills it up in win over Rockets

Lonzo Ball headlined Monday's action with a monster performance against he Rockets - (27 PTS, 10 REB, 8 AST, 7 3PM). Catch up on all the day's scores, news, highlights and top performers, right here.

NBA.com Staff

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Paul, SGA power Thunder past Raptors

It was close, but the Raptors couldn't make enough plays down the stretch as they came up one point short of the Thunder, who rode the hot hands of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chris Paul.

Gilbert McGregor

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Saturday's scores: SGA powers OKC to win in Charlotte

With six games on the schedule, there were a number of storylines to follow. We've got you covered with the best from each one.

NBA.com Staff

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Friday's scores: Knicks win in Brooklyn

Christmas may have passed, but the NBA kept on rolling with the six games on Friday headlined by Luka Doncic's return from injury and the Knicks defeating the Nets.

NBA.com Staff

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How has Harden performed on Christmas Day?

As James Harden prepares for his eighth game on the holiday, we take a look back at his numbers, records and most memorable Christmas Day games.

Benyam Kidane

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Monday's scores: Nuggets beat Lakers for 6th straight W

Jayson Tatum dropped a career-high, the Nuggets beat the LeBron-less Lakers and the Raptors and Thunder both picked up big comeback victories! Catch up on all the action from today's games, right here.

NBA.com Staff

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Saturday's scores: Lillard, McCollum combine for 67 in win

Saturday's action was headlined by the Kristaps Porzingis and the Dallas Mavericks handing the 76ers their third straight loss.

NBA.com Staff

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Shai drops career-high 32 points in big win

Gilgeous-Alexander scored 32 points in 36 minutes on a super-efficient shooting performance of 13-of-18 from the field.

Yash Matange

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Wednesday's scores: Pelicans snap 13-game losing streak

Nine games on Thursday's were headlined by the Heat handing the 76ers their first home loss of the season. Check out the rest of the results for more.

NBA.com Staff

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Schroder sparks OKC to 24-point comeback win

The Thunder became the first team in 20 years to win back-to-back games after overcoming a deficit of 24 points or more.

Yash Matange

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Rockets, Thunder complete epic comeback wins

No lead was safe on Tuesday, with the Rockets and Thunder both clawing their way back from 25+ point deficits.

Benyam Kidane

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Tuesday's scores: Clutch Lillard buries Suns

Damian Lillard capped off a big night for the Blazers' Big 3 with the game-winning and-1, while the Mavericks snapped the Bucks' 18-game win streak. Catch up on all the scores, stats, highlights and top performers from today's games, right here!

NBA.com Staff

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Jokic's triple-double headlines Sunday's action

With a number of close finishes and big stat lines, take a look at all the action from this NBA Sunday slate!

NBA.com Staff

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NBA stars' performances on Christmas

No NBA player has ever won more games on Christmas than Dwyane Wade. It's also the one day of the year that Stephen Curry struggles shooting. How have other current NBA stars have performed on Christmas?

Kyle Irving

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Thursday's scores: Bucks make it 16-straight wins

With 11 games around the Association, it was a busy day in the NBA, headlined by Kawhi Leonard's return to Toronto. Catch up on all the scores, stats, news and highlights from today's games.

NBA.com Staff

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Recap of Tuesday's nine-game slate

With nine games of NBA action we had plenty of big performances, headlined by Paul George and Giannis Antetokounmpo. Catch up on all the scores, stats, news and highlights from today's games below.

NBA.com Staff

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Monday's scores: Kawhi leads Clippers to big win

Eight games of NBA action was headlined with the 76ers defeating the Raptors for their third straight loss and Anthony Davis dropping 50 in a win.

NBA.com Staff

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Breakdown of CP3's heads-up play for OT win

Dennis Schroder hit the shot to force overtime, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander dominated in overtime, but the story of the game was Chris Paul's heads-up play that gave the Thunder a chance to take this game into OT. How did the savvy veteran's knowledge of the rulebook earn OKC a gritty win?

Kyle Irving

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Recap of Saturday's ten-game schedule

The Boston Celtics remain undefeated at home, Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks send an emphatic message and the LA Lakers keep rolling.

NBA.com Staff

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Recap Thursday's 10-game Schedule

The Lakers and Bucks improved on their NBA best record, while the Celtics remained undefeated at home in a battle of the East's contenders.

NBA.com Staff

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Recap of Monday's scores, stats and highlights

Catch up on all the scores, stats, news and highlights from today's busy nine-game slate in the NBA.

NBA.com Staff

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A full recap from Saturday's 13-game slate

It was another busy night in the NBA, with a massive 13 games on the schedule. Luka Doncic and Trae Young dazzled, while the Lakers continued their early season dominance.

NBA.com Staff

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Melo posts most accurate shooting game of his career

For the second consecutive game, Anthony made history with his performance in a Blazers win.

Yash Matange

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Thursday's NBA scores, updates, news, stats and highlights

The day before Thanksgiving delivered a 14-game slate of NBA action, headlined by Anthony Davis' monster night in his return to New Orleans.

NBA.com Staff

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Tuesday's scores: Dinwiddie's game-winner gives Nets' 4th straight win

An action packed Tuesday saw the Bucks and Lakers win their eighth straight while the shorthanded Raptors edged the 76ers in a rematch of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

NBA.com Staff

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Saturday's scores: Butler scores 27 in Heat's 5th straight win

There were plenty of storylines, highlights and scores from an entertaining 10-game slate on Saturday. We got you covered with it all.

NBA.com Staff

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Davis hitting 3s is a scary sign

Davis hasn't been an efficient 3-point shooter in his NBA career, but he went 4-for-7 from the perimeter in the Lakers' win over the Thunder. If that's a sign of what's to come, watch out.

Scott Rafferty

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LeBron first player with triple-double vs. every team

LeBron James recorded 25 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists in the Los Angeles Lakers' 112-107 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Benyam Kidane

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Wednesday's scores: Bogdanovic nets career-high in win over Suns

Bogdan Bogdanovic's career night leads the Kings past the Suns, while LeBron James creates history against the Thunder. Catch up on all the scores, stats, news and highlights from tonight's games below.

NBA.com Staff

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Tuesday's scores: PG drains clutch three to beat OKC

Paul George came up clutch for the Clippers against his former team, the Oklahoma City Thunder, Luka Doncic joins LeBron with a 40-point triple-double and the Houston Rockets extend their win streak to eight games. Catch up on all the scores, highlights and top performers from a busy nine-game slate.

NBA.com Staff

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OKC shine in OT to upset 76ers

The Philadelphia 76ers drop their fifth road game of the season and their fifth from their past seven after OKC surge in OT to win 127-119.

Benyam Kidane

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Saturday's scores: Malik Monk nails game-winning 3 vs. Pistons

Kemba Walker leads the Celtics to their 10-straight win, while James Harden and Bradley Beal both score 44 points in their team's wins. Catch up on all the day's scores, highlights and top performers, right here.

NBA.com Staff

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Tuesday's action: Kings knock off Blazers

There were eight games of NBA action headlined by the Lakers earning a big win in Phoenix and Trae Young going off for a season-high 42 points!

NBA.com Staff

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Report: Middleton to miss extended time

Middleton suffered the injury in the third quarter of Milwaukee's win over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday.

Scott Rafferty

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Monday's scores: Blazers edge Hawks in OT

Nikola Jokic hit another game-winning jumper, the Raptors bring the Lakers' win streak to an end, while the Blazers escape in OT against the Hawks. If you missed any of the action, we have you covered with all the scores, stats and highlights from each game.

NBA.com Staff

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Middleton injured in Bucks win over OKC

Antetokounmpo poured in 24 of his game-high 35 points in the second half to steer the Bucks to their fifth win from their past six games.

Benyam Kidane

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Sunday's scores: Doncic stuffs the stat sheet vs. Grizzlies

Five games of NBA action Sunday, headlined by big performances from James Harden and Luka Doncic, while the Celtics make it seven wins in a row. Catch up on all the scores, highlights and top performers, right here.

NBA.com Staff

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Carmelo '2000 percent' sure he still wants to play

Anthony hasn't played in the NBA since Nov. 9, 2018, when he made his return to Oklahoma City as a member of the Houston Rockets.

Scott Rafferty

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Friday's action: Kawhi, Butler, Aldridge come up big

There might have only been four games of NBA action but was no shortage of good matchups in an entertaining slate that was headlined by Kemba Walker's first return to Charlotte as a member of the Boston Celtics.

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Aldridge's big night helps Spurs get back on track with win over Thunder

The Spurs 34-year-old All-Star erupted for a season-high 39 points to help the team snap a two- game losing streak as they hosted the Thunder.

Gilbert McGregor

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Wednesday's scores: Murray leads Nuggets past Heat

There were only six games on Wednesday's slate but there was no shortage of big performances, headlined by LeBron James, Gordon Hayward and Trae Young.

NBA.com Staff

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Recap of Sunday's action

In a Conference Finals rematch, the Bucks beat the Raptors and the 76ers remained the only undefeated team in the league in a thriller in Portland.

NBA.com Staff

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Recap of Thursday's games

It was another busy day in the NBA with 11 games, meaning 22 teams were in action. We have you covered with the best of the best from the day.

NBA.com Staff

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1st week takeaways from around the NBA

How good is Trae Young? Is Karl Anthony-Towns the league's MVP? Is it over for the Warriors dynasty? Takeaways from a chaotic first week.

Carlan Gay

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Westbrook, Harden lead Houston past OKC

In his first game against his former team, Westbrook flirted with a triple-double while Harden exploded for 40 points to help lead the Rockets to another win.

Gilbert McGregor

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Recap of Tuesday's NBA action

Today's 11-game slate saw plenty of impressive performances, headlined by big scoring nights from Joel Embiid and James Harden, while the Warriors and Knicks pick up their first wins of the season.

NBA.com Staff

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Recap of Monday's NBA action

There were five games of NBA action headlined by the Warriors looking to bounce back from a rough first game of the season, Luka Doncic versus Damian Lillard and the Lakers aiming to get above .500.

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Recap of Saturday's action

Opening week of the NBA season continued with an exciting Saturday, headlined by the Boston Celtics hosting the Toronto Raptors and the Los Angeles Lakers hosting the Utah Jazz.

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Recap of Opening Day for 22 teams

22 teams tipped-off their season on Thursday. If you missed any of the action right, we had you covered here with one-stop shopping for box scores, play-by-play, updates, stats and highlights.

NBA.com Staff

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League Pass: Notable debuts to watch

Ahead of the first full gameday of NBA action, take a look at a guide for the debuts to check out exclusively on League Pass.

Gilbert McGregor

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Recap of Thursday's preseason action

Get the latest scores, highlights and results from Thursday's preseason action.

Yash Matange

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Recap of Tuesday's pre-season action

Get the latest scores, top-scorers and highlights from Tuesday's preseason action.

Yash Matange

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Is it a rebuild or a reload for OKC?

The Thunder have moved all of their foundational players, but will it be a complete rebuild or do they have enough to reload?

Carlan Gay

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How did R.J. Hampton fare versus NBA competition?

A projected top-10 pick in the 2020 NBA Draft, R.J. Hampton of the New Zealand Breakers got his first chance to compete against NBA talent in the preseason. Although he shot just 3-19, Hampton flashed potential and drew praise from future Hall of Famer Chris Paul.

Kyle Irving

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Adams stars against NZ Breakers

Steven Adams recorded 19 points and 10 rebounds in just 21 minutes on court against the New Zealand Breakers.

Benyam Kidane

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Can R.J. Hampton bounce back vs. Gilgeous-Alexander?

R.J. Hampton had a tough outing in his first contest against NBA competition. Luckily for him, he has another opportunity on the horizon taking on Thunder's budding star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

Kyle Irving

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SGA scores 24 points in 26 minutes in OKC debut

The 21-year old Canadian started at forward for the Thunder in his preseason debut.

Yash Matange

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Ranking the best small forwards in the NBA

Kawhi Leonard. LeBron James. Paul George. Jimmy Butler. Luka Doncic. Jayson Tatum. The NBA's small forward position is in good shape entering the 2019-20 season.

Scott Rafferty

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Are we sleeping on the Thunder?

The Thunder are going to look completely different next season, with Chris Paul, Danilo Gallinari and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander replacing Russell Westbrook and Paul George. Can the three of them lead OKC to the playoffs or is the franchise destined to be in the lottery? Our NBA.com Staff discusses.

NBA.com Staff

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Games that will define this season

Of the 1,230 games on the regular season schedule, these are the ones that matter the most beyond simply who wins and who loses. These are the games that transcend the scoreboard to offer up a view on where we've already been, where we are now and where we're going next.

Micah Adams

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When Kawhi and other stars return to former teams

With the NBA calendar being released on Monday, we now know when some of the league's biggest names will play against their former teams next season.

Scott Rafferty

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Why everyone is wrong about Chris Paul

He's missed 20 games each of the last three years. He's a 6'0" point guard that just turned 34. He's owed $124 million dollars over the next three seasons. And he was just traded away by a contender in search of a younger, more explosive upgrade. The conventional wisdom suggests that Chris Paul's days as a landscape shifting All-Star are over. But what if conventional wisdom is wrong?

Micah Adams

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Presti denies mutual interest in trading PG13

Thunder GM Sam Presti spoke publicly about the record setting Thunder-Clippers trade on Friday.

Carlan Gay

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Divisional Rankings: Are the Jazz ready to rule the Northwest?

After a busy offseason, the Northwest Division is set for a shift in the balance of power, with the Utah Jazz putting together a powerhouse squad. But can they join the Western Conference's elite?

Benyam Kidane

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Clippers targeted Harden & Beal before George trade

The Los Angeles Clippers were committed to finding an All-Star running mate for Kawhi Leonard.

Benyam Kidane

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Harden on CP3 relationship: 'We're good'

Reports emerged of a fractured relationship between James Harden and Chris Paul following their playoff exit last season.

Benyam Kidane

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CP3 expected to start season with Thunder

According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, discussions surrounding a trade for Chris Paul “are parked” and there is an “increasing expectation” he will start next season in Oklahoma City.

Benyam Kidane

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Pros and cons of trading for CP3

The Thunder are reportedly trying to redirect Chris Paul to a new team. Whichever team acquires the nine-time All-Star will be getting one of the best point guards of all-time, albeit one who appears to be on the decline.

Scott Rafferty

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Las Vegas Summer League Day 8 Recap

Day 8 of Summer League action consisted of eight consolation games as we gear up for the tournament, which tips off tomorrow. There were plenty of notable performances and big games and we've got you covered with everything from the day.

Gilbert McGregor

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Rockets' 2020 title odds shift following trade

The NBA landscape for the 2019/20 season took another twist today, following the Houston Rockets' trade for Russell Westbrook.

Benyam Kidane

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NBA world reacts to Russ-CP3 trade

The NBA off-season is showing no signs of slowing down, with another blockbuster deal lighting up Twitter.

Benyam Kidane

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Report: Westbrook traded to Rockets for CP3, picks

Russell Westbrook will be reunited with former teammate James Harden in Houston, forming another new dynamic duo in the NBA.

Benyam Kidane

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Would you trade for Westbrook?

Westbrook is an eight-time All-Star who has averaged a triple-double in each of the three straight seasons and is coming off an All-NBA season in 2018-19. He also turns 31 in November and is owed $170 million over the next four seasons. Should the warning signs about how his game might age be enough to make teams think twice about trading for him?

NBA.com Staff

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What to watch: Vegas Summer League Day 5

From a number of highflyers who are sure to continue to make highlights to prolific players worth making note of, there is plenty to see throughout Day 5 of Summer League action.

Gilbert McGregor

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Potential trade destinations for Westbrook

Reports have surfaced that Westbrook's time in Oklahoma City could be coming to an end. Which teams should go after the former MVP?

Kyle Irving

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Heat express interest in Russell Westbrook

After 11 seasons in Oklahoma City, Russell Westbrook could be on the move as the Thunder look to re-tool their roster following Paul George's departure.

Benyam Kidane

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Report: OKC deals Grant to Nuggets

Last season, Grant averaged a career-high 13.6 points and 5.2 rebounds while appearing in 80 games. The 25-year-old has one year remaining on his contract.

Gilbert McGregor

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Report: OKC exploring Westbrook trade

With Paul George now a member of the Los Angeles Clippers, the Oklahoma City Thunder have some big decisions to make as they look to the future.

Benyam Kidane

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NBA players react to blockbuster Clippers moves

The Los Angeles Clippers shook up the NBA, acquiring Paul George and Kawhi Leonard on the same day, leaving players around the league in awe.

Benyam Kidane

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Report: Clippers strike record-setting deal for PG13

The Clippers have reportedly signed Kawhi Leonard and now have also added Paul George to the team in a record-setting trade.

Carlan Gay

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Who are the best players in the NBA?

With the 2018-19 season in the books, the global NBA.com staff updated our list of the top 15 players in the league based on this past season including the playoffs. Is LeBron James still King of the NBA? Or has someone else snatched his spot atop the NBA hierarchy?

NBA.com Staff

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Everything you need to know ahead of the 2019 NBA Awards show

Here's all the information you need to know about the 2019 NBA Awards show.

NBA.com Staff

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Report: OKC exploring trades for Adams, Schroder and Roberson

The Oklahoma City Thunder are looking at a $50.4 million luxury tax bill heading into next season as currently constructed.

Benyam Kidane

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Adams withdraws from NZ World Cup squad

Basketball New Zealand today announced that Steven Adams will not be part of the squad for the upcoming World Cup in China.

Benyam Kidane

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NBA announces All-NBA teams

Antetokounmpo and Harden were unanimous selections to the First Team and were joined by Stephen Curry, Paul George and Nikola Jokić. Ben Simmons narrowly missed the cut, earning seven Third Team votes.

NBA.com Staff

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Gobert, Antetokounmpo, George headline All-Defensive 1st Team

Marcus Smart and Eric Bledsoe join Rudy Gobert, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Paul George on the 2018-19 NBA All-Defensive First Team.

NBA.com Staff

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Biggest lessons learned from 1st Round

Are the Warriors in trouble? How does Russell Westbrook bounce back next season? Is Damian Lillard gearing up for a Cinderella run? Which team holds the upper hand in the East? Our Global NBA.com staff breaks down the biggest lessons we learned from a thrilling 1st Round.

NBA.com Staff

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Westbrook: 'Nobody else can do what I can do'

After another first round exit, Russell Westbrook vowed to return next season a better player.

Benyam Kidane

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End of season report cards: What grade did Steven Adams receive for the 2018-19 season?

With the regular season behind us, final grades are in for the year! Take a look at how Steven Adams performed this season.

Kyle Irving

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Russell Westbrook challenged Damian Lillard, then the Trail Blazers star torched the Thunder

Thunder triple-double machine Russell Westbrook told Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard he has been dominating him for years. That may have been a bad idea.

Jordan Greer

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What's next for the Thunder?

After their third consecutive first-round exit, the OKC Thunder could look to make a number of changes this offseason.

Gilbert McGregor

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PG on Lillard: 'It was his night'

With a series-clinching buzzer-beating game-winner, Damian Lillard joined some elite company, got Twitter abuzz and received praise from one and all - even his opponents.

Yash Matange

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Player of the Day: Damian Lillard

Damian Lillard capped off a 50-point performance with a step-back 3-pointer from 37-feet out to win the game and eliminate the Thunder from the playoffs

Kyle Irving

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NBA Twitter in awe of Lillard's game-winner

NBA Twitter came alive to show love to Damian Lillard for his buzzer-beating game-winner.

Yash Matange

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Takeaways: Lillard hits game-winner to clinch series over Thunder

Damian Lillard hit a step-back 3-pointer from the logo to win the game and send the Thunder home, winning the series 4-1

K Irving and Jam...

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Raptors, 76ers, Nuggets, Blazers win Game 5's

We have four Game 5s on tap as the Raptors, 76ers and Trail Blazers all try and close out their respective series at home while the Nuggets and Spurs fight for an edge in their series

NBA.com Staff

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Key questions for Wednesday's Game 5s

The Raptors, 76ers and Trail Blazers can close out series wins while the Nuggets or Spurs look to take a 3-2 series lead. In NBA history, the Game 5 winner of a series tied 2-2 has gone on to win the series 90 percent of the time.

Micah Adams

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PG's message to the team for Game 5 in Portland

Despite 32 points from Paul George, the Thunder dropped Game 4 at home to the Portland Trail Blazers and now face a 3-1 series deficit

Yash Matange

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Player of the Day: Kawhi Leonard

Kawhi Leonard bounced back from a rough Game 3 with 34 points in Game 4 of Toronto's first-round series with Orlando.

Scott Rafferty

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NBA Playoffs 2019: Complete first round schedule - TV times, channel, streaming options

The NBA Playoffs begin Sunday, April 14 with a full slate of four games. Check below for times and dates of the entire first round.

NBA.com Staff

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Takeaways from Game 4 of Blazers-Thunder

The Portland Trail Blazers sit one game away from the second round after handling business on the road against the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 4.

J McKern and Yas...

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Celtics, Warriors, Raptors, Blazers secure Game 4 wins

Four games on tap for today's NBA action. Follow all the scores and highlights live here.

NBA.com Staff

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What to watch for in Monday's Game 4's

The Celtics will go for the sweep of the Pacers while the Clippers, Magic and Thunder will all look to even their series at two games apiece

Kyle Irving

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Lillard on Schroder's trash talk: 'I thought it was funny he waited so late'

There's no shortage of tension between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Portland Trail Blazers after today's fiery Game 3.

Benyam Kidane

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Player of the Day: Russell Westbrook

Russell Westbrook's 33 points, 11 rebounds and five assists were good enough for the Thunder's first win of the playoffs and Player of the Day honours, edging Pascal Siakam, Jaylen Brown and Damian Lillard

Kyle Irving

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Takeaways: Westbrook's big game leads Thunder past Blazers

Russell Westbrook overcame a rough first two games, exploding for 33 points, 11 assists and five rebounds to lead the Thunder to their first win of the series.

K Irving and Ben...

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Highlights from Day 7 of the NBA playoffs

If you missed any action from the night, check below for quarter-by-quarter updates from Game 3 of Magic vs. Raptors, Pacers vs. Celtics and Thunder vs. Blazers.

NBA.com Staff

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Five key things to watch for in Saturday's Game 3s

Heading into Saturday's games, OKC and the Pacers both have plenty of work to do, while the Toronto Raptors head to Orlando looking to go up 2-1 against the Magic.

Benyam Kidane

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Global Debate: Which higher seed should be most concerned?

We've reached Game 3 in each first round series of the 2019 NBA playoffs, and there's already been a fair share of surprises. Who should be sweating the most?

N Global Staff

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Westbrook: 'The way I played was unacceptable'

The Oklahoma City Thunder are down 0-2 in their first round series against the Portland Trail Blazers with Games 3 & 4 scheduled to be played in OKC on Saturday and Monday.

Yash Matange

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Takeaways: Backcourt spurs Blazers to comfortable Game 2 win

The shorthanded Blazers, playing without their starting center in Jusuf Nurkic, outplayed the Thunder across the board to take a 2-0 series as the series shifts to Oklahoma City.

K Irving and Yas...

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Player of the Day: Kawhi Leonard

Kawhi Leonard has claimed Player of the Day honours after leading the Raptors over the Magic and edging out Jamal Murray, Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum.

James McKern

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Raptors and Nuggets level series, Blazers go 2-0 up

We have three big Game 2's on deck as the Raptors and Nuggets look to avenge their Game 1 home losses and the Thunder look to get their first win of the series

NBA.com Staff

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What to watch for in Wednesday's Game 2's

The Raptors and Nuggets will try and avenge their Game 1 loss at home while the Trail Blazers will look to defend their home court and take a 2-0 lead in the series

K Irving and Sco...

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George: 'Four days ago I couldn’t even lift my shoulder’

Paul George is still nursing a right shoulder injury despite going for a team-high 26 points in the Thunder's Game 1 loss to the Blazers.

Carlan Gay

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Scores and highlights from Day 2

Day 2 of the 2019 NBA Playoffs is in the books. Unlike Day 1, there were no upsets, as each home team took care of business.

NBA.com Staff

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Player of the Night: Giannis Antetokounmpo

Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks to victory and secured the Player of the Day, edging out Damian Lillard, James Harden and Enes Kanter.

James McKern

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Kanter: 'I was on the worst team in the league and I wasn't even playing'

Enes Kanter was the X-factor in the Trail Blazers' Game 1 win, going for a double-double of 20 points and 18 rebounds.

Kyle Irving

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Lillard on snapping playoff losing streak: 'It's only one game'

Damian Lillard went for 30 points, including 14 points in the fourth quarter alone, to end the Trail Blazers' streak of being swept in two consecutive playoff series

Kyle Irving

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Takeaways: Lillard, Blazers earn Game 1 win over Thunder

Damian Lillard led the way with a game-high 30 points including a number of ridiculously deep triples that set the tone for the Blazers, who won their first playoff game in nearly three years.

NBA.com Staff

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Blazers-Thunder series preview

For the second straight year, the Portland Trail Blazers begin their postseason at home as the three seed. This time, they host former MVP Russell Westbrook and the sixth-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder.

Yash Matange

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Breaking down first round NBA Playoff matchups

With the NBA Playoff bracket finalized and the first round matchups set, our NBA.com staff breaks down which storyline we're most looking forward to, which matchup we're most excited to see and which teams could pull off a first round upset

NBA.com Staff

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Thursday's action: Nowitzki puts on a show in the final game of his NBA career

On the final night of the 2018-19 NBA season 22 teams will be in action and a number of playoff spots will be up for grabs. Follow along throughout the night for final scores and highlights from all 11 games.

NBA.com Staff

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